Description

This Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner. Combining shredded chicken, flavorful onion soup mix, creamy soups, and tender rice, it bakes to perfection with a rich and creamy texture. Easy to prepare and bake, this casserole is a satisfying one-pan meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Rice Mixture

2–3 cups cooked shredded chicken (or diced cooked chicken)
1 package Lipton Onion soup mix
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
2 cups milk
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup water
2 cups uncooked minute rice
Salt and pepper, to taste

For Baking

Cooking spray for greasing the baking pan

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, Lipton Onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, water, uncooked minute rice, and salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well distributed and the mixture is smooth.
Prepare Baking Pan: Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Pour Mixture: Pour the prepared chicken and rice mixture into the sprayed baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
Cover with Foil: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture, helping the rice cook properly and keeping the casserole creamy.
Bake Covered: Place the foil-covered pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid and the flavors to meld.
Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes. This step helps thicken the casserole and create a slightly browned top layer.
Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly. Enjoy this creamy, flavorful dish warm.

Notes

You can substitute cooked shredded chicken with diced cooked chicken based on preference.
The onion soup mix adds a strong flavor; adjust salt accordingly to prevent oversalting.
Minute rice cooks quickly, making this casserole a convenient weeknight meal.
For a dairy-free version, consider using non-dairy sour cream and milk substitutes.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Casserole, Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, One-Pan Meal, Baked Chicken Dish